Description
Teach undergraduate and graduate literature courses across periods, genres, and cultures; lead seminars and lectures; mentor students; and conduct original research in literary studies. Responsibilities include curriculum design, assessment, advising, scholarly publication, and service to the department and university.
- • Prepare and deliver lectures and lead seminars on poetry, fiction, drama, theory, and criticism.
- • Initiate and moderate close-reading and interpretive discussions.
- • Design syllabi, assignments, rubrics, and course calendars.
- • Compile, administer, and grade exams, essays, and projects.
- • Evaluate and grade class work and participation.
- • Maintain attendance, grades, and required academic records.
- • Plan, evaluate, and revise literature curricula and course content.
- • Select and obtain course texts, scholarly articles, and media.
- • Compile bibliographies for specialized topics and independent study.
- • Maintain regular office hours to advise and assist students.
- • Advise students on academic pathways, research, and careers.
- • Supervise honors projects, theses, and research assistants.
- • Mentor teaching assistants and supervise their instruction.
- • Conduct original research in literary studies and publish findings.
- • Present research at conferences and participate in scholarly networks.
- • Write grant proposals and fellowship applications to support research.
- • Collaborate with colleagues on teaching and research initiatives.
- • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
- • Participate in student recruitment and outreach events.
- • Write letters of recommendation for students and alumni.
- • Review manuscripts and book proposals for journals and presses.
- • Organize or participate in readings, symposia, and cultural events.
- • Teach in online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
- • Integrate digital humanities tools and archives into coursework where appropriate.
- • Provide extra help to students outside class and refer to campus resources.
- • Perform administrative duties, including program coordination or leadership roles.
- • Contribute to course scheduling and assessment reporting.
- • Act as faculty adviser to relevant student organizations.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
